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THIS WEEK
>> Foster care training: 6 to 7 p.m. today, Hawaiian Humane Society. Call 946-2187 or visit hawaiianhumane.org.
>> Garage sale: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, 46-145 Haiku Road, Kaneohe. Proceeds to benefit Windward Dog Park Hui. Email windwarddogpark@gmail.com.
>> Pouhala Marsh Wetland restoration volunteer work day: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the marsh on Waipahu Depot Street (across from the Police Training Academy). Help remove invasive species and establish habitat areas for endangered Hawaiian water birds. Must be age 16 or older; bring work gloves and bottled water, and wear covered shoes or rubber boots. Bathroom facilities and running water are unavailable. Organized by Hawaii Nature Center. Repeats Oct. 29 and Nov. 26. Call 955-0100, ext. 118, or email volunteer@hawaiinaturecenter.org.
>> The 70th annual Aloha Festivals Floral Parade: 9 a.m. Saturday, begins at Ala Moana Park and proceeds along Ala Moana Boulevard to Kalakaua Avenue, and ends at Kapiolani Park. Features the 2016 Royal Court, floats and vehicles decorated with Hawaiian flowers and foliage, hula halau, and a procession of marching bands, color guards and equestrian pa‘u units. Visit alohafestivals.com.
>> Best Fall Fair: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Ewa Community Church, 91-1258 Renton Road, Ewa Villages. Features keiki games, food, a silent auction, baked goods, crafts, a rummage sale and more. Visit ewacommunitychurch.com.
>> Peace Day Hawaii: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Urban Garden Center, 955 Kamehameha Hwy., Pearl City. Features more than 50 booths with activities, interactive gardens, garden workshops, “Victory over Violence” exhibit, local entertainment, cultural dances and acrobatics, plant giveaways and more, with a formal program at noon featuring speeches by Roy Sakuma, Paul Chappell, and Peacemaker of the Year award recipients Suzanne Chun-Oakland and Joanne and Clifford Hirayasu. Free. Call 453-6050 or visit peacedayhawaii.weebly.com.
>> Living History Day: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor. Features special tribute displays on the 100th Infantry Battalion and 442nd Regimental Combat Team; World War II exhibits created by local high school students; a film documentary screening of “Honouliuli: Hawaii’s Hidden Internment Camp”; storytelling by costumed interpreters of Rosie the Riveter, Cornelia Fort and other World War II pioneers and heroes; presentations and book signings; open cockpits with flight suits and helmets; a swing dance; and historic aircraft modeler demonstrations.
• In partnership with Smithsonian Magazine’s “Museum Day Live!,” visitors who present a “Museum Day Live!” ticket receive free admission. For tickets, visit smithsonianmag.com/museumday.
>> Child Safety Fair: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Waipio Shopping Center, 94-1040 Waipio Uka St. Activities include a fire truck display, information on fire and water safety for keiki, free bike helmets from DTRIC Insurance for keiki who get their child seats checked for proper installation.
>> Annual Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) Education Fair: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Ala Moana Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom. Meet with admissions teams from preschools through high schools, and attend half-hour breakout sessions on “Applying to an Independent School” at 11 a.m.; “Understanding 21st Century Learning” at noon; and “Financing an Independent School Education” at 1 p.m. Also features activities for keiki, exhibits and giveaways. Free. Call 973-1540 or visit hais.us.
>> 2016 Air Expo: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Kalaeloa Airport, 1259 Midway Road (between hangars 110 and 111 on airport grounds), Kapolei. Learn about aviation careers, flying and the mechanics of an airplane operation through displays, up-close looks at aircraft, information on aviation flight schools and aviation organizations, and more. Free and open to the public. Free parking in designated areas. Presented by General Aviation Council of Hawaii. Visit gach.us.com.
>> Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives Family Day Open House: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, 553 South King St., with free admission, tours and family activities including craft demonstrations. Visit missionhouses.org.
>> YWCA Oahu’s fourth annual Kokokahi Community Fair: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, 45-035 Kaneohe Bay Drive. Features a Keiki Zone with a dunking booth, mural painting, carnival games, Hawaiian spear games and more, with food trucks, live entertainment and sports activities such as archery, rope bridge, obstacle course and a Futsal exhibition. Free. Call 247-2124, ext. 204, or visit ywcaoahu.org.
>> Waianae Sunset on the Beach: Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Ma‘ili Beach Park. Features entertainment, food, a classic car show, community market, fireworks display on Saturday at dusk, and movie showings of the “The Jungle Book” (rated PG) Saturday and the “Jurassic World” (rated PG-13) Sunday. Free.
>> Hokulani Imaginarium: Saturday, “Kaluokahina: The Enchanted Reef” at 1 p.m. and “Magic Tree House Space Mission” at 2 p.m. Cost: $7, $6 for WCC students, military and ages 65 and older; $5 for ages 4 to 12; free for under age 4 (one per paying adult). Reservations recommended. Call 235-7433 or visit 808ne.ws/1NQRIkR.
>> The Aloha Run Ride: 9 a.m. Sunday, beginning at Kapiolani Park (Kings Carriage Way); choose from a nine-mile round-trip trek to Wilson Playground in Kahala or an 18-mile trek to Maunalua Bay Beach Park in Hawaii Kai. Also features a Keiki Zone with balance bikes, Taiwan Cycling Festival, prize drawings, live entertainment, food and more at the finish line. Benefit for the Hawaii Bicycling League. Cost: $40, $50 on event day, $10 for ages 15 and under. Visit hbl.org/alohafun.
>> Hawaii Taiwanese Festival: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Kapiolani Park. Features cultural entertainment, food, keiki activities, prize giveaways and an appearance by Crystal Yang, Miss Taiwan International 2016. Free. Visit taiwanesefestival.com.
>> Seventh annual Rice Fest: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Ward Village along Auahi Street (fronting Ward Centre, Nordstrom Rack and TJ Maxx). Features food demonstrations, entertainment, celebrity and chef cooking competitions, a Spam musubi-eating contest and more, with an appearance by the SPAMERICAN Tour Mobile. Visit ricefest.com.
ONGOING
>> “Afternoon Art Adventures”: Program offers Tuesday and Wednesday classes from 3 to 4 p.m. at Waikiki Community Center. Children learn art “fun”-damentals in an open studio environment using various art materials. For ages 8 and older. Cost: $10, includes all materials. Call 754-3773.
>> Art Explorium classes: 1142 Koko Head Ave. Registration required. Call 312-4316 or visit artexplorium.org.
• Little Artists, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Keiki ages 2 to 5 explore art, movement, yoga and dance. Cost: $15. Visit artexplorium.org/littleartists.
•Keiki storytime, 10:30 to 11 a.m. third Thursday monthly, with the option to stay longer for open studio art time. No registration necessary.
•Third Fridays, 5 to 8 p.m. third Fridays monthly. The studio remains open extra late for “creative night owls.” No registration necessary.
>> Family catch-and-release fishing: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden. Bring rain gear, barbless hooks and fishing gear. Free. Call 233-7323.
>> Family workout: 10 to 10:45 a.m. Sundays at 1259 S. Beretania St., Suite 20. Free fitness program for parents and children ages 3 and older. Visit smartkarate.com.
>> Hawaii Academy’s Fun Nights: Keiki ages 6 and older (non-members welcome) enjoy fun mini lessons and extra practice time with shared instruction, 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays and 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays at the Kalihi gym (1314 Moonui St.), and 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays at the Pearl Harbor gym (Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Youth Fitness Gym, 1252 Battleship Drive). First-time participants must fill out a registration form, while all attendees under the age of 18 must have a release form signed by a parent or guardian. Bring socks (preferably with grip soles) or gymnastics shoes. Cost: $7 per hour for non-members, $5 for members. Call the Kalihi gym at 842-5642 or Pearl Harbor gym at 422-2223, or visit hawaiiacademy.com.
>> Hawaiian Humane Society: Call 946-2187 or visit hawaiianhumane.org.
• Paws on the Path Hiking Club: Bring your furry companions along on a pet-friendly hiking trail on the last Saturday of every month. Meet at 8:30 a.m.; hike begins 8:45 a.m. Call 356-2222 or visit 808ne.ws/1V0k7N4.
• Pet loss support group: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. first Tuesday monthly. Call 356-2222.
• “Put the ‘WE’ in WEdnesday!”: Enjoy half-price adoptions on all animals every Wednesday.
• Seniors over age 60 can adopt a dog or cat (age 6 or older) for free.
• Temporary foster-care families needed to care for animals. Food, medical treatment and basic supplies included. Call 356-2229.
>> Hokulani Imaginarium: Cost: $7, $6 for WCC students, military and ages 65 and older; $5 for ages 4 to 12; free for under age 4 (one per paying adult). Reservations recommended. Call 235-7433 or visit 808ne.ws/1NQRIkR.
• Oct. 12, “Stargazing” at 7 p.m.
• Oct. 14, “Maunakea Between Earth and Sky” at 7 p.m. and “Tales of the Maya Skies” at 8:15 p.m.
• Oct. 22, “Perfect Little Planet” at 1 p.m. and “Astronaut” at 2 p.m.
• Oct. 28, “The Haunted Village” from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
>> The Honolulu Boy Choir open auditions: Auditions at Central Union Church, 1660 S. Beretania St., for boys ages 7 to 12; no prior musical experience required, but must be able to match pitch. Free membership and no tuition. For appointments, call 596-7464. Visit honoluluboychoir.org.
>> Honolulu Fire Museum and Education Center: Enjoy free guided tours of the former Kakaako Fire Station, located at 620 South St., which is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and has been repurposed for the tours which highlight HFD’s history and promote fire safety education. Hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. third Saturday monthly; tours begin every 45 minutes and is limited to 15 guests. Museum parking available at 555 Queen St. Reservations required. Call 723-7167 or visit honolulu.gov/hfd and click on Community Relations and Education.
>> Keiki music classes: Offerings in music basics, piano, voice, guitar, trumpet, saxophone, violin/viola and low brass at Keiki Kani Music Studio in Aiea. Call 487-2275 or visit keikikani.com.
>> Keiki passenger safety: Ongoing registration to check if keiki car seats or booster seats are installed properly. Presented by Kaiser Permanente. Bring car manual and car seat instructions. Free and open to the public. Pre-registration required. Call 432-2260. template
>> LEGO Challenge Club: 2:30 p.m. third Wednesday monthly, Salt Lake/Moanalua Public Library. Student members in grades one through five are given a challenge that must be completed in an hour. Photos will be taken and posted in the library and on the club’s blog. Call 831-6831.
>> Living Art Marine Center: 3239 Ualena St. Reservations required. Call 841-8080 or visit livingartmarinecenter.com. template
>> Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Hawaii workshops: In-person and online sessions are held year-round for parents and teens to discuss the effects of drinking alcohol, including teen pregnancy, suicide, sexual assault, poor academic performance and automobile fatalities. To register, call 532-6232 or visit madd.org/powertalk21.
>> New Mothers Hui: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Castle Medical Center. Support group led by an internationally certified lactation consultant/perinatal registered nurse. Walk-ins welcome. Free. Call 263-5400 or visit castlemed.org.
>> Parenting Classes for Conflicting Parents: Open enrollment for four-session Monday course led by Allana Coffee, 4:30 to 6 p.m., 1221 Kapiolani Blvd. For parents who are divorced or separating to learn how to reduce conflict, improve communication and maintain healthy relationships between themselves and their children. Cost (includes materials): $200. Call 861-0581.
>> The Pet Corner’s monthly adoption event: Find a selection of small animals, birds, puppies, cats and dogs available for adoption from the Oahu SPCA, 1 to 3 p.m. third Saturday monthly, Ward Warehouse Amphitheater. Pets welcome. Free. Call 591-1990 or 947-5736 or visit thepetcornerhawaii.com or oahuspca.org.
>> Taiko (Japanese drumming) classes: Four- and seven-week sessions offered year-round for all ages and skill levels, including a Taiko Tots class for ages 2 and 3, and Family Taiko for ages 4 to 11 with an adult. Fees vary. Visit 808ne.ws/1KTnvS8.
>> Waikiki Aquarium: Discounts for members. To register, call 440-9011 or visit waikikiaquarium.org.
• Afternoons at the Aquarium: 3 p.m. Wednesdays, Waikiki Aquarium. Fun activities (critter encounters or marine science crafts) for the family near the aquaculture deck. Free with paid admission.
• Behind the Scenes at Waikiki Aquarium: 3 p.m. Thursdays. Learn how the facility is run, peer into the backs of exhibits, and visit the Coral Farm where coral is propagated and the Jelly Hale where sea jellies are raised. Minimum age is 7 years. Cost: $16 for adults, $10 for keiki.
>> Walking tour: “President Obama’s Neighborhood,” 2 p.m. first Sunday monthly; starts at The Central Union Church sign (northeast corner of Beretania and Punahou streets). “Uncle Jack” Christenson leads a two-hour tour of the neighborhood in which President Barack Obama lived during the 1970s. Presented by The Clean Air Team & The Program to Preserve Hawaiian Place Names. Free. Call 528-0528 or visit unclejackinhawaii.com.
>> Yo-yo lessons: Presented by Yo-yoFactory 808, 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays, Ward Warehouse Amphitheatre.
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